The Crossing of the Delaware River

What was the purpose of George Washington and his army's plan?

• To attack soldiers in Trenton, New Jersey

• To cross the Delaware River on Christmas night.

• To gather information about the British and Hessians.

• To wait for false alarms and a big storm.

Why were some groups unable to cross the Delaware River?

• Because they didn't want to stand in uncomfortable boats.

• Because they were delayed for more than three hours.

• Because they received false alarms about the attack.

• Because they didn't have experienced boatmen to guide them.

What made crossing the Delaware River even harder?

• The freezing rain, snow, and strong winds.

• The uncomfortable boats during the crossing.

• The delay of more than three hours.

• The false alarms and big storm.

Why did Washington want to attack Trenton?

• To surprise the Hessian soldiers and boost the morale of his own army.

• To gather information about the British and Hessians.

• To wait for false alarms and a big storm.

• To cross the Delaware River on Christmas night.

What prevented some groups from crossing the Delaware River?

• They didn't want to stand in uncomfortable boats.

• They were delayed for more than three hours.

• They received false alarms about the attack.

• They didn't have experienced boatmen to guide them.

What was the weather like during the river crossing?

• Very cold with strong winds blowing from the northeast.

• Comfortable and warm.

• Hot and sunny.

• Rainy with no wind.

What challenge did Washington give his soldiers as a secret password?

• "Victory or Death"

• "Freedom and Liberty"

• "Crossing the Delaware"

• "Attack at Dawn"

Where is the famous painting "Washington Crossing the Delaware" displayed?

• American Gallery at the Metropolitan Museum of Art

• National Gallery of Art in Washington DC

• Louvre Museum in Paris

• Tate Modern in London